Jhira - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Jhira is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotkhas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhira is 019523. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.24 hectares and falls under the 174002 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jhira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhira
According to the 2011 Census, Jhira village had a total population of 634 people, including 339 males and 295 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.52%, with male literacy at 87.95% and female literacy at 72.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 634 | 339 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 109 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 270 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 69 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Jhira
Jhira is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhira
Public transport in the Jhira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandpur Sahib to Jhira is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Jhira is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhira
Where is Jhira located?
Jhira village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhira?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhira is Kotkhas.
What is the pincode of Jhira?
The pincode of Jhira is 174002.
What is the population of Jhira?
Jhira had a total population of 634, including 339 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Jhira?
Jhira had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhira was 80.52%. Male literacy was 87.95% and female literacy was 72.01%.